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Sassarini names new principal

Jacqueline Parker, coming from the post of K-8 Academic Dean for San Rafael City Schools, has been named the new principal of Sassarini Elementary School. Pending formal approval at a May 8 board meeting, Parker will start the new job on July 1. “Jacqueline is... Continue

Arrest in vacation home burglary spree

A woman suspected of burglarizing unoccupied Sonoma County vacation homes was arrested after detectives found stolen goods in her Santa Rosa home. Lisa Ann Lopez, 42, is linked to break-ins in the cities of Sonoma, Guerneville, Cloverdale, Bodega Bay and Healdsburg, said Sonoma County sheriff's... Continue

Sister City update: Tokaj

(By George Webber | Special to The Sun). There are many similarities between the cities of Sonoma and Tokaj, Hungary: volcanic soil, an extremely pleasant climate, and, of course, the wine that thrives on these attributes. We also share the same astonishing man, Count Agoston... Continue

Easter Bunny has busy Sonoma Valley schedule

The Easter Bunny will be working his furry little tail off this year, hiding eggs for three free hunts throughout the Sonoma Valley. The annual Soroptimist International Sonoma Valley Easter Egg Hunt hops into Sonoma Plaza on Saturday, April 19. After hiding candy and prize... Continue

Chowder champs

Sonoma’s Pam Bellefeuille and her team of “Whistling Belles” tied for first place at the 12th Annual Whale & Jazz Festival’s Chowder Challenge at the Gualala Arts Center. Over 200 hundred people tasted 10 chowders and voted for their favorite at the April 12 event.... Continue

Spring Cleaning tips from the pros

With the rains pretty much behind us, spring is popping up in this beautiful Valley we live in -- the time of year that homeowners begin planning spring cleaning projects. At Good Riddance Hauling, we are receiving a lot of calls for help, ranging from... Continue

Nine tips to help plants weather the drought

Nine tips to help plants survive in times of drought: 1. Choose the right plant for the right location. Drought- tolerant, sun-loving, native plants won’t thrive in a shady bog. 2. Pre-water the planting hole to moisten the surrounding soil and to check for drainage... Continue

Baseball is fun!

Jordan Kranz, a member of the Prima Medical Group Volcanoes, scores a run on opening day of the the Boys And Girls Clubs off Sonoma Valley T-Ball league. This year’s teams are: Moldovan Academy Riverdogs; Prima Medical Group Volcanoes; Sonoma Family Dentist Raptors; Hamel Family... Continue

'Little Shop' opens Thursday

Matlock Zumsteg is Seymour, the nerdy florist tormented by a bloodthirsty plant in "Little Shop of Horrors," the rock musical coming to The Rotary Stage at Andrews Hall on April 17. The Narrow Way Stage Company production, directed by Chris Ginesi, opens the Sonoma Theatre... Continue

Ecumenical Good Friday service

The Sonoma Valley Ministerial Association presents its annual ecumenical Good Friday service, hosted by Trinity Episcopal Church, located at 275 E. Spain St. The service begins at 12:15 on Friday April 18. Everyone is welcome! Clergy and lay leaders from valley churches and ministries will... Continue
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